Florence to Montepulciano bus with BlaBlaCar

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Compare bus and train for Florence to Montepulciano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Montepulciano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $16.

Distance: 53 miles (86 km)

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Train
Driving

$15

Average price

Cheapest

$20

Average price

$32

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 32m

Average total duration

2h 2m

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30m

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1h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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BlaBlaCar

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Montepulciano is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Montepulciano:

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Montepulciano costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Montepulciano is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Montepulciano take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Montepulciano including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Montepulciano among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 1h 26m by car) and save roughly $18 (€14) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $32 (€26)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Florence to Montepulciano Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
04:10AM
Duration
0h50
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Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
02:20PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:20PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:40PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
08:10PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$7

Live departures

Florence to Montepulciano bus times

The table below shows live departures for Florence to Montepulciano buses for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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BlaBlaCar8:30 AM Florence
1h00
9:30 AM Montepulciano0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar9:50 AM Florence
0h40
10:30 AM Montepulciano0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar3:10 PM Florence
0h50
4:00 PM Montepulciano0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar4:20 PM Florence
0h50
5:10 PM Montepulciano0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar5:00 PM Florence
1h00
6:00 PM Montepulciano0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Florence to Montepulciano by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Florence to Montepulciano

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Buses from Florence to Montepulciano run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:38, the last at 22:22. The fastest bus covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 9h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
53 miles (86 km)
Average bus duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
9h 7m
First bus
4:38 AM
Last bus
10:22 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. from Florence to MontepulcianoYou can travel by bus between Florence to Montepulciano with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Gruppo Di Maio

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 7m
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day

Tiemme S.p.A.

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 48m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Tiemme S.p.A. frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Florence to Montepulciano

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Montepulciano by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montepulciano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Florence to Montepulciano can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Florence to Montepulciano is $15 (€12) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Florence to Montepulciano is 9h 7m to travel the 53 miles (86 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Florence to Montepulciano leaves at 4:38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Florence to Montepulciano leaves at 10:22 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Florence to Montepulciano with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Florence to Montepulciano, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. for the best way to get you to Montepulciano. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Florence and Montepulciano and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Montepulciano from Florence is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 7m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Florence to Montepulciano is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Montepulciano including taking a bus and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, the bus from Florence to Montepulciano has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Montepulciano are:
  • Piazza Grande, the central square surrounded by historic buildings and offering panoramic views
  • Palazzo Comunale, a medieval town hall with a tower providing stunning vistas of the Tuscan countryside
  • Duomo di Montepulciano, a Renaissance cathedral featuring notable artworks and architecture
  • Fortezza Medicea, a fortress with scenic gardens and a venue for cultural events and exhibitions
  • San Biagio Church, a beautiful Renaissance church set in a picturesque location just outside the town.
The best things to do in Montepulciano include:
  • Cantina Contucci, a historic winery offering tours and tastings of the region's famous Vino Nobile
  • Explore local artisan shops and boutiques for unique Tuscan crafts and souvenirs
  • Attend a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Tuscan dishes
  • Enjoy a scenic walk or bike ride through the rolling hills and vineyards surrounding Montepulciano
  • Visit a local olive oil mill to learn about the production process and sample fresh olive oil.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, luggage for the bus from Florence to Montepulciano needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Florence to Montepulciano.
Since both Florence and Montepulciano are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Montepulciano among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Montepulciano, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially pickpocketing in crowded areas and around popular landmarks. Always keep valuables secure and be aware of your surroundings. Scams are rare but can include overpriced taxi rides or unofficial tour guides offering services at inflated prices. Using licensed transportation and booking tours through reputable sources helps avoid these issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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